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Oaktree

10 11 reviews

Cosy traditional shepherd's hut in a private Lancashire field
Five miles to Forest of Bowland; a half-hour drive to Blackpool
Woodburning stove, private firepit and private eco toilet provided

It’s a cosy stay that’s on offer at Oaktree, where a shepherd's hut packed with character sits in a private field surrounded by lovely Lancashire countryside. Peer out of the window at the green scenery and you’d think you were in the middle of nowhere, but in fact it’s also very well connected, just off the A6 and with the M6 nearby too (and a bus stop just outside for jaunts by public transport). That means easy access to all sorts of days out, particularly if you’ve got your eye on walks in the Forest of Bowland, five miles away. As well as being rather well situated, this is a place where the folk in charge have thought of pretty much everything guests might need during their stay. The hut sleeps up to two adults in a double bed (four foot by five foot seven inches) and two small children (up to approximately the age of 14) in two bunks; it’s kept warm by a woodburning stove (with logs available too, of course). A private eco toilet is on hand too, as is a shelter for outdoor cooking and washing-up, and a large enclosed firepit area with seating. This is a place for you if you like to travel light: cutlery, glasses, tea towels, a disposable barbecue, cleaning kit and plenty of other bits and bobs are all provided, and there’s tea, coffee and sugar so you can have a refreshing cuppa on arrival. If you don’t fancy cooking, it’s handy to note there’s an Indian restaurant, a pub and an Italian restaurant/bar within a few minutes’ walk – and a tempting ice cream parlour just over the road. For more foodie options, head to the village pubs in Garstang or Scorton or scoot down to Preston (15 minutes’ drive) for more eateries and supermarkets. The owners have a variety of well-behaved owls that they usually take to schools, care homes and village shows. If you ask them, they can bring them down to the shepherd's hut for a close-up experience with three or four owls for half an hour.

Site type

Languages spoken

English

Nearby sites that are bookable on Pitchup.com

Unfortunately, we have no nearby bookable sites.

Features

No dogs allowed

Portable toilet

Campfires allowed

Leisure on site

Bar or club house Cycle hire Evening entertainment Fishing Fitness centre Games room Indoor swimming pool Kids' club On-site restaurant/cafe Outdoor swimming pool Play area TV room Take away Tennis Watersports

Amenities on site

Bath available Car parking by pitch/unit Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Food shop Free wifi Ice pack freezing Internet access Launderette Parent & baby washroom Pick-up from public transport Portable toilet Pub toilets Public telephone Shower available Toilet block Washing-up area Wifi

Groups welcome

Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcome

Rules

Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed No dogs allowed

Themes

Walkers' paradise

Utilities

Charging facilities Chemical disposal Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available No running water Recycling available Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Nearby farmers' market Public transport nearby Shop nearby

Type

Farm Tiny (1-10 pitches)

Nearby leisure

Canoeing/kayaking nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Indoor pool nearby Restaurant nearby

Location

Oaktree

934 Garstang Road

Barton

Preston

Lancashire

England

PR3 5AD

Directions

Timezone

Europe/London +0100 (GMT+01:00)

GPS

53.84697°N
-2.74367°W

Nearest transport

Coach

10.1 km Bus Station

13 km War Memorial

13.3 km Blackfield Road

Rail

8.7 km Salwick Rail Station

10.3 km Preston Rail Station

11.3 km Kirkham & Wesham Rail Station

Ferry

19 km Knott End-On-Sea Ferry Landing

19.4 km Fleetwood for Knott End Ferry Landing

23.5 km Heysham Ferry Terminal

Airport

Please note: All distances on this page are calculated "as the crow flies" - please check actual distance depending on your mode of travel using the Get directions button above.

Local attractions

If animals are the sort of thing that piques your interest, seek out boars, emus and all sorts of cool species at Bowland Wild Boar Park (half an hour’s drive). Elsewhere, the Owl & Bird of Prey Sanctuary (25 minutes) has flying displays and plenty of birdsong. You’re likely to spy some wildlife around the trails at Beacon Fell (15 minutes) or the Trough of Bowland (half an hour), where there are hill climbs on the cycling trails and a few loops for hikers. It's another splendid uphill climb to the fell at Nicky Nook trig point (15 minutes). After some classic entertainment too? Well, the theme park, water park and amusement piers in Blackpool (half an hour) have plenty of that, or there’s miniature golf, bowling and a cinema in the Flower Bowl Entertainment Centre (two minutes). For the history buffs though, book a look around the stately Samlesbury Hall (15 minutes) or find the pretty Stydd Gardens (25 minutes) and their tempting tea rooms in an ancient Roman town.

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name	Distance	Type	2020	2019	2018	2017
Fleetwood	20.2 km	Sea	N/A	Good	Good	Good
Cleveleys	20.3 km	Sea	N/A	Good	Good	Good
Bispham	20.4 km	Sea	N/A	Good	Good	Good
Blackpool North	20.8 km	Sea	Poor	Poor	N/A	Good
Blackpool Central	21.1 km	Sea	N/A	Good	Good	Good

Data source: European Environment Agency

Must see

Beacon Fell Country Park 6.7 km

Forest of Bowland 10.7 km

Blackpool Illuminations 20.7 km

The Blackpool Tower 20.8 km

Central Pier 20.8 km

National Trust

Rufford Old Hall 23.7 km

Gawthorpe Hall 29.7 km

Formby 38.6 km

Cartmel Priory Gatehouse 41.6 km

Dalton Castle 44.9 km

Cycle routes

Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.

Other

Goosnargh and Chingle Hall 5.3 km

Beacon Fell and Bleasdale Bronze Age Circle 6.3 km

Beacon Fell and the Brock Valley 6.3 km

Garstang and Lady Hamilton's Well 6.5 km

Garstang and Calder Vale 6.5 km

Local events

Lytham Festival (Wednesday 2 July 2025 – Wednesday 2 July 2025)
Lytham St Annes, England 19 km

Please note: All distances on this page are calculated "as the crow flies" - please check actual distance depending on your mode of travel using the Get directions button above.

Payment terms

Offers

Conditions apply - see pitch type section for details

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Kids enjoyed having the whole field to themselves

5 Star

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Victoria M. Aug 2024

Shepherd's hut

Liked: We loved everything about our stay. The shepherds hut was cute and cosy. The grandchildren loved playing in the field on the toys provided. Close to shop and places to eat. Everything thought of that you could possibly need for your stay. The grandchildren never asked for iPads or phones once which is unheard off haha. Would highly recommend.

Disliked: Nothing to dislike

Recommend to friends Visit again

Excellent private space, well equipped and maintained

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Lena W. May 2024

Shepherd's hut

Liked: Such a beautiful space with a warm and cosy hut, clean and well maintained! Private location.
Lovely hosts who made sure our stay was as comfortable as possible

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Wow...we absolutely loved our stay! It was perfect in every way.…

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Wifi	10

Caroline L. Oct 2023

Shepherd's hut

Liked: Wow...we absolutely loved our stay! It was perfect in every way.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Amazing clean site, friendly host and lovely homely features

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Location	10
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Customer service	10
Child friendliness	10
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Wifi	6

Anna B. Oct 2023

Shepherd's hut

Liked: Host was absolutely brilliant, the shepherds hut was so quaint and warm it was out of a fairy tale, really clean and the personal touches really brought it together. We absolutely loved having the full field to ourselves and my daughter loved watching the ponies graze in the next field. Amazing stay!

Disliked: Nothing

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Everything. Small section of field out of sight and all to ourselves.…

Overall	10/10
Location	10
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Facilities / Activities	8
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David R. Aug 2023

Shepherd's hut

Liked: Everything. Small section of field out of sight and all to ourselves. Shepherds hut was clean and cosy and had all cooked utensils/lights and even a gas log fire. Outside was a very clean eco toilet which was close but nor too close, a large fire pit, cooking area which was sheltered along with another sheltered seating area. There was ball games for the kids. We was welcomed by Steve, who very helpful and gave great advice on the local area. We was close to pubs and restaurants. We loved it.

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Amazing site, friendly owners, who were so helpful.

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Child friendliness	10
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Wifi	2

sharon c. Aug 2023

Shepherd's hut

Liked: Very peaceful spot, we loved every bit of it. Billy bobs definitely recommended. We liked that their were no WiFi or electricity, just what we needed. However Steve charged our phones so we could check the bus times.

Disliked: The bed were too small for a 6ft 2 man hahaah

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Lovely place so peaceful great for the kids Friendly on arrival…

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Anonymous Jul 2023

Shepherd's hut

Liked: Lovely place so peaceful great for the kids
Friendly on arrival

Recommend to friends Visit again

Amazing stay, loved the attention detail and the thought put it to…

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Katy B. Jul 2023

Shepherd's hut

Liked: Amazing stay, loved the attention detail and the thought put it to making the area homely. It was especially good for children. Would love to stay again

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Will defo be back

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Lucy H. Jun 2023

Shepherd's hut

Liked: This place was fantastic , I was so worried about travelling alone with the children and defo shouldn’t have been . It was amazing and much needed by all of us

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Would highly recommend to couples or families for private glamping fun

Overall	10/10
Location	10
Value for money	10
Accommodation	10
Facilities / Activities	10
Customer service	10
Child friendliness	10
Cleanliness	10
Wifi	6

Lucie E. Nov 2022

Shepherd's hut

Liked: Such a beautiful glampsite great amenities loved playing the guitar round the fire pit under the stars ⭐️ and very impressed with the compost loo too! Steven and Callum were great hosts can’t wait to return in the Summer 🤩

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Frequently asked questions

Does Oaktree have a swimming pool? No View all features
Is Oaktree dog friendly? No View all features
What attractions are near Oaktree? If animals are the sort of thing that piques your interest, seek out boars, emus and all sorts of cool species at Bowland Wild Boar Park (half an hour’s drive). Elsewhere, the … Read more
When can I check in and check out of Oaktree?

On-site accommodation

Arrive: 1 p.m. – Anytime

Depart by: 11 a.m.

Read more